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Soil fungi may help determine the resilience of forests to environmental change, according to UC Santa Cruz study
March 16, 2018
A major new study by Kai Zhu reveals that soil fungi could play a significant role in the ability of forests to adapt to environmental change.
Homegrown help
March 13, 2018
New ag tunnels will allow the UC Santa Cruz Farm and Garden to provide a year-round supply of healthy, low-cost produce to dining halls, food pantries, and market pop-ups on campus as part of the effort to address food insecurity.
Fixing damaged ecosystems: How much does restoration help?
February 28, 2018
A new meta-analysis of 400 studies that document recovery from large-scale ecosystem disturbances worldwide suggests that while ecosystems can bounce back, they rarely mend completely, with the final stages of recovery being most difficult.
USDA funds efforts to bring underrepresented students into agriculture
February 23, 2018
A unique collaboration between UC Santa Cruz and the U.S. Department of Agriculture is supporting underrepresented students who are interested in agriculture-related fields.
At the nexus of food, energy, and water: Elliot Campbell bridges the research gap
February 21, 2018
Elliott Campbell is an environmental engineer who is drawn to research at the nexus of food, water, and energy.
Climate Conference features visionary artist and Smithsonian biologist
February 9, 2018
The fifth annual Climate Science and Policy Conference presented by UC Santa Cruz brings together a visionary artist and a Smithsonian scientist for an engaging, interdisciplinary conversation about how humans and ecosystems will cope on a warming planet.
Elliott Campbell appointed to chair in water resources and food system sustainability
January 18, 2018
Elliott Campbell, associate professor of environmental studies, was honored as the inaugural holder of the Stephen R. Gliessman Presidential Chair in Water Resources and Food System Sustainability.
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January 11, 2018
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Cowell Ranch Hay Barn recognized by architects
December 14, 2017
The Cowell Ranch Hay Barn has received recognition from the East Bay chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
